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RE: Condensation between panes on a ReliaBilt window: warranty or installer?
Get the warranty’s remedy language in writing. A covered failed seal may mean replacement glass or a sash only, not a matching new window, full-window replacement, or reimbursement for work arranged before authorization....
RE: What would you do if your double-pane windows started fogging up?
Yeah, replacing the whole window just for fogged panes is kinda nuts if your wood’s still solid. I’ve done a bunch of these IGU swaps - biggest pain is always getting that old glazing out without gouging the frame. Somet...
RE: Cold drafts sneaking in? Saw this trick on the news
Yeah, chasing down every little draft is a losing battle in these old houses. I tried sealing up every crack once and ended up with more condensation than I bargained for. Now I just hit the obvious spots - windows, atti...
RE: Anyone actually managed to clear up cloudy window panes at home?
Not sure I buy the “no savings” angle, honestly. Swapped out a bunch of old double panes in my place - mid-90s build, nothing fancy - and yeah, it wasn’t cheap up front, but my heating bill dropped a good chunk last wint...
RE: Saving money on new windows: my favorite trick so far
Yeah, shrink film's a lifesaver for old windows, no question. I’ve done the caulking dance too - half the time it looks like I was wearing oven mitts. One thing I’d add: don’t cheap out on the double-sided tape that come...